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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Zurich to Dubai:

• Earliest: departs at 1:00 pm and lands at 7:16 pm
• Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 4:06 am.

The flight takes about 6h 16m.

A direct flight from Zurich to Dubai takes 6h 16m, covering 7,667 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Zurich to Dubai range from C$ 695 to C$ 1,480, with an average of C$ 1,083 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 695 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the C$ 1,083 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 570 round-trip via Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM), compared to C$ 1,429 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 98–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Thai Airways and SWISS. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A380-800 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Zurich to Dubai flights, with 66% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, Morning flights for 1%, and Evening flights for 0%.

SWISS is the only airline on the Zurich to Dubai route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Zurich to Dubai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 526, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 37 for economy cars. Top options include:

• AMEX
• Autostrad Rent A Car
• Alamo
• Europcar
• Hertz

Flights from Zurich to Dubai usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Zurich to Dubai route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

One-stop flights from Zurich to Dubai most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) – 27% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) – 12% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Zurich to Dubai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 994 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,211, a difference of C$ 216.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Zurich and Dubai. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Emirates
• SWISS

Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 14m, compared with 9h 49m via Larnaca (LCA) and 9h 52m via Istanbul (IST).

Dubai is 3 hours ahead of Zurich (Gulf Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Dubai are Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Zurich to Dubai flights:

• Emirates: offers free seat selection
• SWISS: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Emirates: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• SWISS: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Qantas Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.